Red Beans and Rice

Name: Red Beans and Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 cup white rice (cooked); 14 ounces andouille sausage (sliced); As Needed drizzle olive oil; 1 large green bell pepper (small diced); 3 ribs celery (small diced); 1 cup onion (small diced); 2 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste; 3 cloves garlic (minced); 2-3 teaspoons cajun seasoning; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon pepper; salt (to taste); 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans/red beans (drained); 2 cups chicken stock; 1 bay leaf

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This homemade red beans and rice recipe is cozy, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights. A from scratch Southern favorite that the whole family will love!

70 min

cook 60 min

5.0 (1)

Ingredients

Instructions

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, then remove and set aside.
To the same pot, add the diced onion, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Then stir in the tomato paste and spices. Cook for 1 minute.
Then, add the beans, chicken stock and bay leaf. Bring everything to a simmer, then reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 30 minutes.
Remove the lid and mash about 1/3 of the beans against the side of the pot to create a thick, creamy texture. Add the sausage back to the pot, stir, and continue simmering uncovered for 10 more minutes. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. Serve over rice. Enjoy!